Oro Valley residents urge town council to support OVCN development request

The Oro Valley Town Council meeting on April 2, 2025, featured passionate appeals from community members advocating for the Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene (OVCN) to receive a continuance on its development application. Residents expressed their strong support for the church, emphasizing its vital role in the community, particularly in fostering family values and inclusivity.

One resident shared his personal journey with OVCN, highlighting how the church has been a source of spiritual growth for his family since 2020. He noted the importance of the church in providing a supportive environment for families, stating, "Families that pray together stay together." His remarks underscored the church's welcoming nature, inviting all community members, regardless of their town of origin.

Carolyn, a leader in the church's American Sign Language (ASL) ministry, also voiced her support, emphasizing OVCN's commitment to the deaf community. She highlighted the church's efforts to ensure full communication access, which has made a significant impact on her family and others in the community. Carolyn pointed out the lack of awareness about religious teachings among deaf individuals, stressing the importance of accessibility in fostering spiritual growth.

Tim Terrace, another resident and landowner near the church, spoke in favor of the eight-month continuance request. He represented the collective interests of the surrounding property owners, reinforcing the community's desire for the church's development to proceed.

The discussions during the meeting reflected a strong community bond and a shared commitment to supporting OVCN's mission. The council's decision on the continuance request will be pivotal in determining the future of the church's development and its ongoing role in the Oro Valley community.